Sakhvadar
Sakhvadar is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sakhvadar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakhvadar unique in its vibrant Sihor-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Sakhvadar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sakhvadar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhvadar is 516391. The village spans a total geographical area of 911.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364240. Sihor is nearest town to Sakhvadar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakhvadar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakhvadar
Population of Sakhvadar
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhvadar has a total population of about 2,243, with approximately 1,191 males and 1,052 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.53%, with male literacy at about 63.90% and female literacy near 48.19%. There are around 395 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakhvadar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,191 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 199 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 761 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 430 | 545 |
Connectivity of Sakhvadar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhvadar. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhvadar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakhvadar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhvadar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhvadar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhvadar
- Where is Sakhvadar located?
- Sakhvadar village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakhvadar?
- Sakhvadar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakhvadar?
- The pincode of Sakhvadar is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakhvadar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhvadar is 2,243, with 1,191 males and 1,052 females.
- How many households are there in Sakhvadar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakhvadar village has a total of 395 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakhvadar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhvadar is 56.53%. The male literacy rate is 63.90%, while the female literacy rate is 48.19%.